Production Manager

Amicus Recruitment; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Irish manufacturer is seeking a high-calibre Production Manager to deliver the daily production plan safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have 3–7+ years of experience in Production or Senior Shift Management within food manufacturing and a proactive leadership style. Key responsibilities include executing production plans, driving KPIs, leading safety initiatives, and managing a strong production team. Access to a vehicle and driving license is required for this position.

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years in Production or Senior Shift Management within a food manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in highly structured, audited settings (e.g., BRCGS).
• Access to a car and a full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Execute the daily production plan to ensure service levels and schedule adherence.
• Own production KPIs—Yield, OEE, Waste, and Throughput.
• Conduct risk assessments and safety audits to maintain safety culture.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to maximize equipment uptime.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing production team.

Skills

Operational execution

Proactive leadership

Labour planning

Downtime reduction

Education

Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Engineering, or Manufacturing

Job description

Due to rapid business growth and increasing sales demand, my client, a leading Irish manufacturer of premium pet nutrition products supplying major retail partners across Ireland, Europe, and the USA, is seeking a high‑calibre Production Manager. This pivotal role is responsible for delivering the daily production plan safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Execute the daily production plan to ensure service levels and schedule adherence are consistently met.
• Performance Leadership: Own production KPIs—including Yield, OEE, Waste, and Throughput—and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• EHS & Compliance: Lead on‑floor EHS execution, conducting risk assessments and safety audits to maintain a best‑in‑class safety culture.
• Engineering Liaison: Collaborate with Maintenance to maximise equipment uptime and manage robust preventive maintenance schedules.
• People Management: Recruit, train, and develop a high‑performing production team, fostering engagement and operational excellence.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience: 3–7+ years in Production or Senior Shift Management within a food manufacturing environment.
• Compliance: Demonstrated success in highly structured, audited settings (e.g., BRCGS).
• Skills: Strong operational execution in labour planning and downtime reduction, with a proactive and visible leadership style.
• Education: Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Engineering, or Manufacturing preferred.
• Transport: Due to location of the site, access to a car and a full driving licence would be a requirement.

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